What’s the best way to “potty train” your puppy?
I’ve had my puppy for 4 monthes now and it seems like I’ve tried several ways to get my puppy “potty trained.” Please help! Any suggestions?
The best way is to use a crate. The puppy stays in the crate while you are away from home, sleeping, or unable to watch him/her closely. Don’t worry if it seems cruel, most puppies actually learn to like their crates. It becomes a secure place for them, like a den. Our dog continued to sleep in his crate even after we stopped making him go in it, at night.
The puppy should be taken outside, on a leash, to the same spot EVERY time. No playing and keep distractions to a minimum. Keep a treat or two handy for when he/she “goes” and give lots of praise. Use a cue word, like “potty” or “outside,” or whatever you prefer.
Take the puppy outside first thing in the morning, right before bedtime, and about 15 minutes after he/she eats. Puppies usually need to go potty about every hour or so. So, during the times that you are home, you need to come up with a potty schedule and stick to that.
Try to watch and learn your puppy’s signals that he/she has to go. Usually, they will start sniffing around a lot and will hang out by the door.
How To Potty Train A Puppy
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